The photographer stands parallel to the front of the subject, slightly退后 ( Retreat a bit ), and captures the scene from an eye-level perspective. This approach not only shows the subject’s natural posture but also fully presents the symmetrical structure of the red door frame. Using the door frame as a frame, the subject is placed within it, highlighting the main focus and enhancing the depth and formal beauty of the image.

Temple of Heaven - Taking a Photo with the Red Gate

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No. 1A, Tiantan Dongli, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Photography Tips

The photographer stands parallel to the front of the subject, slightly退后 ( Retreat a bit ), and captures the scene from an eye-level perspective. This approach not only shows the subject’s natural posture but also fully presents the symmetrical structure of the red door frame. Using the door frame as a frame, the subject is placed within it, highlighting the main focus and enhancing the depth and formal beauty of the image.

Walking Guide

Take Line 5 of the subway and get off at Tiantan East Gate Station. Walk north for 143 meters, then walk 10 meters along Tiantan Road to the left. Turn left and walk west for 303 meters, then walk west for 228 meters toward the right. Walk 150 meters southwest, then walk 83 meters west and 88 meters west again. Finally, turn left and walk south for 109 meters to reach Tiantan.